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Reprogramming wood-degrading mushroom enzymes for the biorecycling of plastic
Plastic pollution is ubiquitous in the environment and managing plastic waste is a global problem. In addition to developing more reasonable production methods and ways to use plastic, one solution to the problem is to develop ...
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Scientists discover novel series of SARS-CoV-2 Mpro inhibitors for potential new COVID-19 treatments
New research from The Wistar Institute's Salvino lab, led by professor Joseph Salvino, Ph.D., has identified a novel series of SARS-CoV-2 Mpro inhibitors that may lead to potential new COVID-19 treatments that—according ...
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Oct 8, 2024
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Researchers design a drug capable of acting simultaneously against three different therapeutic targets
A study led by researchers of the Institute of Biomedicine of the University of Barcelona (IBUB) has developed a new pharmacological tool capable of simultaneously administering three oligonucleotide-based drugs, each acting ...
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Oct 8, 2024
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Review discusses performance of bio-based foams
As the world grapples with the environmental consequences of plastic waste, researchers from China and Canada have shed light on the burgeoning field of bio-based foams. In a recent review article published in the Journal ...
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Oct 7, 2024
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Sunscreen from lignin: A green strategy to transform lignin into a valuable derivative
In an advancement for sustainable skincare, researchers at Guizhou University have reported a novel method to molecularly engineer lignin into a high-performance sunscreen ingredient. Lignin, a byproduct of paper-making and ...
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Oct 7, 2024
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Extraction method uses liquefied dimethyl ether for high-value rice bran oil
The global demand for high-quality, sustainable oils is on the rise, and rice bran oil, known for its rich γ-oryzanol content, is becoming increasingly popular. However, traditional extraction methods using hexane raise ...
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Oct 7, 2024
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Systematic review uncovers 299 alternative substrates for bacterial cellulose production
In a significant advancement for sustainable industrial practices, a team of international researchers have conducted a systematic review, uncovering 299 alternative substrates across 12 industries for the production of bacterial ...
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Oct 7, 2024
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Review explores chestnut tannin's role in bioeconomy
The bioeconomy is witnessing a revival of interest in chestnut tannin, a compound extracted from chestnut tree bark or wood, thanks to its versatile applications and environmentally friendly nature. A recent review article ...
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Oct 7, 2024
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The chemistry behind beer brewing is still shrouded in mystery, but tiny microfluidic chips could change that
As the brewing industry expands and new beer styles, such as hazy pale ales, emerge, brewers are constantly looking for new ways to analyze the composition of their beers to preserve the carefully crafted sensory quality ...
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Oct 7, 2024
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How naturally abundant biopolymers can help develop biomass-derived antimicrobials
In a bid to combat the rising threat of antibacterial resistance, researchers from the Research Center for Biomass and Bioproducts, National Research and Innovation Agency (BRIN), have delved into the characteristics and ...
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Oct 7, 2024
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Bioengineered microorganisms offer new tool for plastic waste breakdown
Rice University scientists have tapped into nature's adhesive genius—the sticky power of mussels—to create bioengineered microorganisms with powerful cling that could help transform environmental cleanup. By combining ...
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Oct 7, 2024
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New molecule can mimic the effects of fasting and exercise
It is well known that regular exercise and periodic fasting have a series of positive effects on the body. Exercise and skipping meals makes for a stronger heart and reduces fat levels in the blood. The explanation lies in ...
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Oct 4, 2024
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Mechanocatalytic method offers more efficient approach for turning plant biomass into useful chemicals
Lignin is one of the most plentiful organic polymers on Earth, making up about 20% to 30% of the dry mass of wood and other plants.
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Oct 4, 2024
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Developing novel chiral capsule tools for advanced optical technologies
Chirality is an essential property in biology; the molecular building blocks of some of the most important biological structures, including DNA and proteins, are chiral. When a molecule is said to be chiral, it means that ...
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Oct 2, 2024
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Planning a drug's route in the body with synthetic chemistry
Researchers at the RIKEN Cluster for Pioneering Research (CPR) have developed technology that can alter, within the body, the recognized identity of proteins.
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Oct 2, 2024
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Seeing double: Designing drugs that target 'twin' cancer proteins
Some proteins in the human body are easy to block with a drug; they have an obvious spot in their structure where a drug can fit, like a key in a lock. But other proteins are more difficult to target, with no clear drug-binding ...
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Oct 1, 2024
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Study shows spider silk bioproduction presents opportunities and challenges
Today, entrepreneurship is everywhere, including science. Engineers and scientists often apply their research to a product or service and use it to launch a startup. The world of bioproduction—using living cells and organisms ...
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Oct 1, 2024
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Fluorescent molecules to illuminate life: Simplified synthesis with formaldehyde
A research team has recently made a breakthrough in synthesizing organic fluorophores more cost-effectively and atom-efficiently than ever before by using formaldehyde, the simplest carbon molecule. Their findings were published ...
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Sep 30, 2024
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Study enhances thermostability of carboxypeptidase A for broader industrial applications
A research team has successfully enhanced the thermostability of carboxypeptidase A (CPA), a crucial enzyme with significant potential in the food and pharmaceutical industries, through the innovative use of disulfide bonds. ...
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Sep 30, 2024
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Transforming seaweeds into raw materials for aviation fuel and pharmaceuticals
A new technology has been developed to convert common seaweeds such as Kkosiraegi, which are often used in cooking, into high-quality sources for both bio-aviation fuels and energy storage devices. The results were published ...
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Sep 30, 2024
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